Kennel
The Only Homeless Recovery Shelter in Dallas with a Kennel for your Pets
A Safe Haven for You & Your Pet
Ensuring No One Has to Leave Their Companion Behind
At The Bridge, we want to remove as many barriers as possible that may keep someone from getting the help they need. In some areas of the country almost 25% of homeless individuals have a pet. And many of these individuals will not leave their pets behind. The Bridge ensures they won’t have to.
As the only shelter in the Dallas area with an onsite kennel,
The Bridge is serving a crucial role in serving the homeless population with pets who otherwise would not enter a shelter to begin their recovery.
Many homeless individuals state that they would feed their dog before feeding themselves. Their dogs are more than “a pet”. They are their family and their best friends. Many individuals may even qualify to register their dog as an Emotional Support Animal.
Services for Dog Owners & Companions
- Dog Food
- Water Bowls
- Dog Beds & Blankets
- Toys
- Leashes, Collars & Harnesses
- Bathing & Grooming Supplies
- Treats & Enriching Activities
- Vet Care (Spays, Neuters, & Vaccinations)
- Behavioral Training Courses by Certified Dog Trainer
We have 16 available kennels
Large astro turf exercise yard Grooming room Full-service dog washing tub Open 6:15am | 7:15am | 9:15am | 10:15am | 2:15pm | 3:15pm | 4:15pm | 7pm | 8pm
*Often at or near full capacity.
Kennel Yard Rules
• Step outside and check the yard before bringing your dog outside •
• Do not place dogs that don’t get along into the same yard •
• Only introduce your dog to other dogs with that owner’s permission •
• Never leave your dog unattended with other dogs •
• Share the yards with other guests, be courteous and respectful •
• No smoking •
• KEEP THE YARD CLEAN •
• Hose off soiled spots as needed •
• Pick up after your dog and place waste into trash can •
Kennel Program Rules
• Your dog must be placed on a leash when leaving the kennel •
• You must let your dog out twice a day at a minimum, no more than 12 hours apart •
• No unapproved guests may enter the kennel •
• No personal items may be stored in the kennel •
• Clean up after your pet. Mop their kennel as needed •
• Your dog must be fed daily and given fresh water daily •
• You must agree to having your dog spayed or neutered and updated on vaccinations •
• You must see your Care Manager weekly •
• You must be sheltering here at The Bridge •
• You must record your visits in the kennel logbook •
• You must be the sole care provider for your dog •
• You must muzzle your dog if it shows aggressive behaviors •
• You must come to the kennel at 8:30 AM every Thursday for kennel cleaning •
• Animal neglect and abuse are not tolerated •
• Your dog may be surrendered after 24 hours of no-show in the kennel •
• You may sit with your dog in the kennel, but no sleeping in the kennel. •
• Do not feed, give treats, or take out another guest’s dog without their permission •
Chewy Pet Wishlist
Support our kennel by donating through our Chewy Wishlist! Your contribution helps provide essential supplies like food, toys, bedding, and grooming products for the pets staying with us. Every donation ensures that our Guests’ pets are well cared for as they navigate their path to recovery.
Visit our Wishlist to make a difference today!
